ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR UKRAINIAN CHILDREN
We are delighted to have been able to provide significant support to a large number of children from Ukraine that have settled in the Surrey area. In Summer 2022 we were the principal funder for an intensive 4-week English language summer in school for children from Ukraine that was held in Leatherhead. A total of 5,600 hours of teaching were provided to 116 children over a 4 week period.
Aside from being great fun, the summer school helped the children to develop confidence in their English language skills, which in turn helped them to start mainstream school in September 2022.
Christmas Gifts
Consistent with JJOG's philosophy of no child ever being left behind, in December 2023 we helped Santa provide Christmas gifts for 144 children from Ukraine that have settled in Surrey.
BUGZIS
RYDER'S STORY
RYDER'S STORY
A Bugzi is an innovative piece of equipment that is designed and manufactured as a precursor to a wheelchair for children with severe physical impairments'. Fully bespoked to the child, it can be adapted as they grow. The large buttons allow the child to power and move the Bugzi.
A Bugzi gives a child mobility and independence which i
A Bugzi is an innovative piece of equipment that is designed and manufactured as a precursor to a wheelchair for children with severe physical impairments'. Fully bespoked to the child, it can be adapted as they grow. The large buttons allow the child to power and move the Bugzi.
A Bugzi gives a child mobility and independence which in turn allows them access to far more social and educational opportunities. JJOG believes that no child should ever feel left behind.
RYDER'S STORY
RYDER'S STORY
RYDER'S STORY
Ryder is 2 years old and lives in Surrey. He was born in perfect health but post birth jaundice consumed his tiny body and damaged his brain. A week after birth his parents were told that Ryder will likely never walk, talk, or be able to do basic things like feed himself or go to the toilet. His needs are great and Ryder's parents are
Ryder is 2 years old and lives in Surrey. He was born in perfect health but post birth jaundice consumed his tiny body and damaged his brain. A week after birth his parents were told that Ryder will likely never walk, talk, or be able to do basic things like feed himself or go to the toilet. His needs are great and Ryder's parents are so loving, brave and with 3 other children to care for... are totally exhausted.
As soon as Ryder got in the Bugzi there were squeals of delight and he quickly mastered how to use the buttons. All of this was quite unexpected since some health professionals had previously told the family that there was no way Ryder would engage with the equipment and be able to learn how to use it. He has certainly proved them wrong.
Ryder can now attend community centre meet ups and interact with other children.. in his own unique way.
ISA's STORY
RYDER'S STORY
ISA's STORY
Isa is 7 years old and lives in Surrey. He has an extremely rare condition and research into treatments and cures are in their infancy and largely experimental. Isa cannot walk and his speech is limited but he has good understanding of the world around him and can communicate his feelings well. Isa had tried to use a wheelchair at sch
Isa is 7 years old and lives in Surrey. He has an extremely rare condition and research into treatments and cures are in their infancy and largely experimental. Isa cannot walk and his speech is limited but he has good understanding of the world around him and can communicate his feelings well. Isa had tried to use a wheelchair at school but it just led to increasing frustration. His occupational therapist suggested a Bugzi and as soon as Isa got in, he found it intuitive to use and he was off! His family said this equipment will be life changing.
The day Isa got introduced to his very own Bugzi, Isa showed his appreciation to everyone at MERU and JJOG by blowing us lots of kisses.
Some words from our UK Families:
Ryder's Dad Hugh:
We truly appreciate the gift as BUGZI is really helping Ryder. And it’s a big part of his learning and therapy. And it’s a huge motivator to him .Getting around, gives him more confidence and sense of independence.
Our sincere gratitude to James’ Jar Of Gifts for making such a positive foot print in Ryder’s Life
Thank Yous'
Thank You letter for the Bugzi is shown opposite
A wonderful thank you note received...
Thank yous' for the English Language Summer School
"I am very grateful for the warm welcome in your country at such a tragic time for us, and for the organisation of our studies, trips and meetings. We are very grateful to you (we know how much effort and time you need to spend on this). When the war ends, we invite you to Ukraine, we will show you our incredible, beautiful, courageous, free country. Slava Ukraine!"
'Thank you, great people. We feel your help and support every minute. We appreciate all what you are doing. Thanks for opening your hearts for us'.